Rugby club members to cycle 870 miles ahead of international tournament
THREE Worcester RFC members will cycle 870 miles to take part in an international tournament.
In June the club is set to participate in the International Mixed Ability Rugby Tournament (IMART) in Pamplona, Spain.
Three enthusiastic members of the Worcester squad have decided to make the most of the experience by cycling around 1,400 kilometres to Pamplona.
The journey will also serve as an opportunity to raise awareness of the mixed-ability rugby movement, and inspire others to travel by bike.
In addition to cycling, club members Rob Collier, Steve Slawson, and Dan Brothwell also plan to use the expedition to raise funds for RoadPeace, a charity that supports road accident victims.
Mr Collier said: "I'm really excited about the tournament and the journey there.
"It's a real challenge, with multiple days of over 100 miles to cover.
"We'll be carrying camping gear and our playing kit, so it will be long days in the saddle."
The route begins in Worcester, taking the trio to the south coast of the UK, across France, and over the northern Pyrenees before reaching Pamplona.
Beyond their roles at the rugby club, Mr Collier and Mr Brothwell serve as secretary and chair, respectively, of Bike Worcester, a group dedicated to motivating people to undertake more journeys by bike.
Mr Brothwell said: "I love getting around Worcester on my bike, volunteering for the city bike buses helping children cycle to school, to work, and to the club for training, but this will be the longest ride I've ever done.
"It's great to use the trip to support the charity RoadPeace, and all the fantastic work they do, raising awareness of road danger and supporting victims and families of road violence."
WRFC Mixed Ability lead Tom Reeves said: "This will be the club's second time at IMART and we're thrilled we're taking both women's and men's teams.
"For the lads to take on the challenge of travelling by bike is incredible, and shows what great guys they are looking to make the most out of this opportunity."
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